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The United States Merchant Marine, often referred to as the “Fourth Arm of Defense”, transports troops and supplies to the front lines for the United States Armed Forces. In their missions, they come into contact with enemy fire and many have died. Despite this, the United States government has refused to provide veterans benefits to the Merchant Marine. In the first part of my policy proposal, I argued that merchant mariners should receive veterans status and benefits.
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